Football Result

Ritsu Doan 27'
Ansgar Knauff 45'+4'
Rasmus Kristensen 61'
Ellyes Skhiri 63'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
46.6%
27.7%
25.7%
That's quite a surprise.
Power Comparison in the League
[legacy approach]
0.587
0.62
Game Stats
Goals
1
3
Shots on Target
1
6
Shots
8
11
Possession
59.5%
40.5%
Fouls
13
16
Yellow Cards
2
4
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
4
7
Offsides
7
1
Saves
3
0
Team Formations
4-4-1-1
3-4-2-1


Location
Europa-Park Stadion, Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
Attendance
34,700
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
2025-05-18 | Game Summary

In a surprising turn of events in the German Bundesliga, Eintracht Frankfurt defeated SC Freiburg 3-1 at the Europa-Park Stadion. The game, held on May 17, 2025, saw Frankfurt overcome Freiburg's strong home advantage. The AI had predicted a Freiburg win before the match, making Frankfurt's victory an upset, especially considering the AI model didn't anticipate a balanced game. Freiburg, playing a 4-4-1-1 formation, enjoyed more possession (59.5%) but struggled to convert it into goals, managing only one shot on target from eight attempts. Frankfurt, lining up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, were more clinical, scoring three goals from six shots on target out of 11 total shots.
Ritsu Doan scored for Freiburg in the 27th minute, but Frankfurt responded emphatically. Ansgar Knauff leveled the score in the dying moments of the first half (45'+4'). In the second half, Rasmus Kristensen (61') and Ellyes Skhiri (63') scored quickfire goals to seal the win for Frankfurt. Freiburg committed fewer fouls (13) but received two yellow cards, while Frankfurt committed 16 fouls and received four yellow cards. The goalkeepers had contrasting evenings, with Frankfurt's keeper not needing to make a save, while Freiburg's was forced into three saves.
This victory marks a significant improvement in Frankfurt's form, following a series of draws. Frankfurt's win can be attributed to their superior finishing and tactical adaptability. Looking at previous matches, Freiburg had been on a strong run, winning four of their last five Bundesliga matches before this game. In contrast, Frankfurt had been struggling for consistency with multiple draws in their recent league games. Frankfurt's previous head-to-head record showed a slight advantage over Freiburg, making this win less surprising in that context. Eintracht Frankfurt demonstrated a clinical edge that was lacking in their recent draws, while Freiburg's inability to convert possession into goals proved costly. This game could serve as a turning point for Eintracht Frankfurt, giving them momentum for their upcoming matches. On the other hand, SC Freiburg will need to reassess their strategy and regain their scoring touch to maintain their position in the league.

2025-05-16 | Pre-game insights

On May 17, 2025, SC Freiburg will face Eintracht Frankfurt at the Europa-Park Stadion in a highly anticipated German Bundesliga match. An AI prediction model suggests a 46.6% chance of victory for the home side, SC Freiburg, despite Eintracht Frankfurt having a slightly higher team rate (0.62 vs 0.587). The model gives Eintracht Frankfurt a 25.7% chance of winning, and a 27.7% chance of a draw. SC Freiburg is coming off a strong run of form, winning four of their last five Bundesliga games, with their star striker, Lucas Höler, in excellent form. Eintracht Frankfurt, however, has struggled recently, drawing three of their last five matches. Kevin Trapp, Frankfurt's experienced goalkeeper, will need to be at his best to keep Freiburg's attack at bay. While Frankfurt won the last head-to-head match, the AI leans towards a Freiburg victory this time around. The match promises to be a tactical battle.